About
"Preserving Bharatanatyam’s Soul, Nurturing Tomorrow’s Artists"
Sri Tala Hamsa Academy Of Performing Arts
Our Legacy
Founded by Guru Sri Durga Devi, a disciple of Natyam Thilagam Smt. Lalitha Ganapathi and Padma Bhushan Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, Sri Tala Hamsa Academy Of Performing Arts is a Indian-based institution dedicated to authentic Bharatanatyam education. With 14+ years of professional artistry, Guru Sri Durga Devi blends:
Mastery of karanas (ancient dance movements)
A Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Bharatanatyam
Physiotherapy expertise (MPT) for dancer wellness
Holistic Training
Classical repertoire (Alarippu to Thillana)
Dance Wellness Modules: Injury prevention, posture correction, and movement therapy.
Guru-Shishya Parampara
Personalized attention in small batches.
Emphasis on abhinaya (expression) and laya (rhythm).
Certified Curriculum
Recognized by Annamalai University.
Annual arangetrams for eligible students.
Our Philosophy
"Bharatanatyam is not just art—it’s a way of life. We train dancers to honor tradition while embracing their unique artistic voice."
– Guru Sri Durga Devi
Join Our Community
Whether you’re a beginner or advanced dancer, Sri Tala Hamsa offers:
Weekly Classes (Kids/Adults)
Intensives: Karanas, Natya Shastra theory.
Workshops: Collaborations with senior artists.
"Come experience Bharatanatyam as it was meant to be taught—with devotion, discipline, and joy."
